Job Description
Department:
Production Location:
Main Plant City:
Jerome State/Territory:
Idaho Reports to: Production Supervisor Employment status: Full time FLSA Status:
Non-exempt Shifts:
Night Shift # of openings: 1 Production Lead - Night Shift Jerome, ID | 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM Lead. Grow. Make an Impact. We're excited to welcome a motivated Production Lead to our night shift team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide production employees, ensure high-quality operations, and help create a positive, team‑focused work environment. If you enjoy leading people, solving problems, and keeping production running smoothly, we'd love to meet you. Why You'll Like Working Here Competitive pay with night shift opportunity Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Vacation, PTO, and paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan Stable operation with opportunities to grow your leadership skills Safety‑focused, team‑oriented culture (Benefits subject to applicable waiting periods) Shift Details Night Shift:
6:00 PM - 6:30 AM Flexibility required for employee or supervisor coverage as needed Shift times may adjust based on business needs Position Summary The Production Lead plays a key role in day‑to‑day manufacturing operations at our milk processing plant. You'll work closely with the Production Supervisor to meet production goals, maintain quality and safety standards, and lead a diverse team of employees. This role blends people leadership with operational oversight and continuous improvement. What You'll Do Lead and motivate production employees to meet safety, quality, and efficiency goals Oversee sanitation activities to ensure equipment cleanliness and compliance Monitor production processes and operating parameters, using data to drive improvements Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements Support corrective actions and implement approved SOP/SSOP and sanitation updates Promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA standards are followed Coach, train, and develop employees to build a skilled, engaged team Communicate effectively through shift handoffs and plant meetings Partner with Logistics by providing accurate inventory information Encourage employee involvement and ideas for process improvement Complete other duties as assigned What We're Looking For Education Required:
High school diploma or equivalent Experience We prefer at least 3 years of production experience in the dairy or food manufacturing industry We prefer at least 2 years of people‑management or lead experience in a fast‑paced, diverse environment Key Skills & Abilities Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage time effectively Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to analyze data and take action Flexible and adaptable in a changing production environment Proven ability to balance safety, quality, productivity, and employee relations Team‑oriented approach with a focus on continuous improvement Physical & Work Environment This position requires regular activity in an industrial manufacturing environment, including: Standing and walking on concrete for extended periods Repetitive hand and arm movements Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, and pulling Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and up to 100 lbs rarely Exposure to high noise levels (up to 92 dB), heat (over 100°F), and indoor/outdoor conditions Equipment You'll Work With You'll support operations involving advanced dairy processing and packaging systems, including: Separators, membrane systems (UF, RO, NF), HTST, evaporators, dryers, bagging and palletizing equipment, CIP systems, and analytical tools. Ready to Apply? Visit www.idahomilkproducts.com to submit your application.
